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IB Curriculum International Schools in Laos

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About international schools in Laos

There are only a small number of IB-authorised international schools in Laos, and most are concentrated in the capital, Vientiane, so families relocating outside the city should expect fewer IB options. The Primary Years Programme (PYP) is the most widely available IB programme in the country, while only one school currently advertises the full Middle Years and Diploma continuum. Instruction is primarily in English, with Lao taught as a language and bilingual or Lao-support options offered at several schools. Annual fees vary widely by provider and age group - published schedules at Vientiane schools range from several thousand US dollars up to the mid-twenties of thousands per year for older students - and admissions generally follow the international school calendar, so start enquiries early and have school reports, vaccination records and visa documentation ready when you apply.

Compare 3 IB Curriculum international schools in Laos. Filter by curriculum, fees (average LAK 13,499), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 3 schools · avg fee LAK 13,499
Schools listed
3
Curricula
4
Average annual fee
LAK 13,499
Fee range
LAK 8,000 – 28,200
Most common curriculum
IB (PYP) (3 schools)
Average school size
480 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Vientiane International School
Oldest
Vientiane International School (1991)

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FAQs for Laos

Which IB programmes can my child access in Laos?
Most IB provision in Laos is at Primary Years level: multiple schools are authorised to deliver the PYP, while only one school currently lists the MYP and the Diploma Programme on its IB profile. Check each school’s IB listing to confirm which programmes are authorised and which year groups they cover before applying.
How much do IB international schools in Laos cost?
Tuition varies considerably by school, year group and services (transport, meals, activity fees). Published fee schedules at Vientiane International School illustrate the upper part of the local range - for example, fees there are reported in the low-five figure US dollar range for younger children and can rise into the mid-twenties of thousands for senior secondary - so request current fee tables and the full schedule of extra charges from any school you are considering.
What language(s) are used for teaching and how is Lao supported?
English is the primary language of instruction at the IB international schools in Laos, and schools commonly include Lao language classes or bilingual support as part of their programmes. Individual schools list their language provision on their IB profiles and websites, so review those pages and ask about mother-tongue and Lao support when you visit.
When should we apply and what documents will we need?
Most international schools in Laos follow the international academic year (applications for an August/September start are common) and many operate rolling admissions where places are available; start enquiries several months before you need a place. Schools typically ask for recent school reports, proof of identity, vaccination records and completed application forms, and some require placement testing or an interview as part of the review process.
What should we look for when choosing an IB school in Laos?
Confirm which IB programmes the school is authorised to deliver and whether those authorisations cover the age ranges you need, and check published fee schedules, class sizes, language support and safeguarding or pastoral care policies. Also review teacher qualifications and any external accreditations the school holds, and arrange a visit or online meeting to see teaching and meet leaders before committing.
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